Has beens Quote by Plato
“For the poet is a light winged and holy thing, and there is no invention in him until he has been inspired and is out of his senses and the mind is no longer with him. When he has not attained this state he is powerless and unable to utter his oracles.”
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Phaedrus, 360 BC
Poetic inspiration requires a transcendent state beyond rational control.
In simple terms: Poets need divine inspiration to speak truth.
Key Takeaway
Seek moments that lift you beyond ordinary thought.
Themes
creativity
inspiration
divine
transcendence
Mood
contemplative
philosophical
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- writing
- public speaking
- creative projects
Key Concepts
mysticism
artistic expression
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you felt inspired beyond reason?
- Can structure coexist with inspiration?
A Different Perspective
Rational analysis alone may limit artistic depth.
